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Health Effects

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Warnings:

Haircolor products can cause allergic reactions which in rare cases can be Severe. Tattoos may increase your risk of allergy to this product. Conduct a skin allergy test 48 hours before each time you color even if you have already used coloring products before. So remember to buy the product 48 hours in advance. Do not use the product at all if: You have already experienced any reaction to haircolor products You have sensitive, irritated or damaged scalp In these cases, consult a doctor before dying your hair with any haircolor product. Read and follow instructions on enclosed leaflet. In rare cases, use of hair colorants has been associated with skin depigmentation (skin lightening or loss of color). This may be temporary or permanent. If you notice any skin depigmentation or other allergic reaction such as pain or severe itching, discontinue use immediately.

Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS HEALTH HAZARDS AND HAZARD DATA FOR THE COLORANT-(MSDS 12/20/2002) The TLV of the mixture has not been established. EYE CONTACT: CAUTION. Unmixed oxidation haircolors are eye irritants. When oxidation haircolors are mixed with developers (hydrogen peroxide), the mixture may cause severe irritation and possible permanent eye injury. SKIN CONTACT: May cause skin irritation or sensitization in sensitized individuals. INHALATION: Inhalation of vapors may result in respiratory irritation. INGESTION: Moderately toxic. ROUTE OF ENTRY Inhalation: No; Ingestion: Yes; Skin: Yes. Pre-existing dermatitis would likely be made worse by exposure to these products. Bronchitis may be aggravated by irritant vapors. HEALTH HAZARDS AND HAZARD DATA FOR THE DEVELOPER-(MSDS 12/20/2002) The TLV of the mixture has not been established. EYE CONTACT: CAUTION. Developers are eye irritants. May cause severe irritation and possible permanent eye injury. SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact with skin may bleach it and cause burns. INHALATION: Not likely to be inhaled. INGESTION: Moderately toxic. ROUTE OF ENTRY Inhalation: No; Ingestion: Yes; Skin: Yes. Pre-existing dermatitis would likely be made worse by exposure to these products.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS HAZARD DATA FOR THE COLORANT A composite mixture of oxidative dyes has been tested in prolonged topical exposure studies of laboratory animals. No adverse effects on growth, reproduction or general health were observed. In topical studies no tar

Carcinogenicity:

From MSDS Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.

First Aid:

From MSDS Eye Contact: Remove contact lenses. Flush immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention IMMEDIATELY. Skin Contact: If spilled, wash skin immediately with soap and water (do not use solvents). Change into clean clothing. If skin irritation or sensitization develops, contact dermatologist. Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. Increase ventilation. Ingestion: Rinse out mouth with water and administer large amounts of milk. Contact Poison Control Center.

From MSDS COLORANT Do not expose to sunlight. Keep away from radiators and heat. Do not store any haircolor after it has been mixed with developer. Decomposition of hydrogen peroxide may occur with increase in pressure and possible container rupture. DEVELOPER Keep in cool place. Avoid contamination. Keep closed when not in use. Store in the original tightly capped containers away from sunlight, heat sparks and flame. Do not store any tint, lightener, lotion or bleach powder after it has been mixed with developer; container may rupture. Never return unused material to original container. Empty containers should be rinsed with water before discarding. Keep out of reach of children. Other precautions: Decomposition of hydrogen peroxide may occur with increase in pressure and possible container rupture.

Disposal:

From MSDS Products covered by this MSDS, in their original form, are considered non-hazardous waste according to RCRA. Additionally, disposal should be in accordance with all applicable Local, State and Federal regulations.